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The Hill Country Podcast

Hill Country Podcast – Educational Leadership in Kerrville and Kerr County, Part 1

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I begin a special two-part episode on primary and secondary education in Kerrville, Kerr County, and the Hill Country. In this exploration, I am joined by Dr. Robert Templeton, Superintendent of the Independent Ingram School District, Dr. Brent Ringo, Superintendent of the Kerrville Independent School District, and Dr. Charlie McCormick, President of Schreiner University in Kerrville.

Dr. Templeton, Dr. Ringo, and Dr. McCormick are all leaders in rural school districts, each with a unique perspective on leadership and educational challenges in these areas. Dr. Templeton, having grown up in a small town in West Texas, believes in providing equal opportunities and high standards for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Dr. Ringo, a product of a humble upbringing in Amarillo, Texas, emphasizes the importance of collaboration, vision, and prioritizing students’ success in overcoming the challenges faced by rural school districts. Dr. McCormick, a seasoned higher education professional, focuses on cultivating capacity and competency in students who may not meet traditional academic metrics, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and collaboration and recognizing the value of all individuals in the education system. Join Tom Fox, Dr. Robert Templeton, Dr. Brent Ringo, and Dr. Charlie McCormick on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their experiences and perspectives on leadership and educational challenges in rural school districts. 

Key Highlights:

  • Influential Past Relationships Shaping Leadership Styles
  • Building Capacity through Collaborative Education
  • Supporting Essential Staff and Student Well-being
  • Transparent Communication for Strong Leadership
  • The Regional Influence of Schreiner University
  • Opportunity for Associate’s Degree from High School

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 28, 2023

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to get a wrap-up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events, which we will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Andrew and Gilbert are on assignment, so Tom takes a solo turn to discuss the following stories that caught his attention over the past week.

  • Drag racing lawsuit filed over deaths.
  • Annular Eclipse update.
  • Anne Overby was sworn onto the Kerrville County Commissioners Court.
  • Lennar Homebuilders.
  • Updated crime report on carjackers and ATM thieves.
  • Upcoming Tivy HS reunions.

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 14, 2023

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events which will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom and Andrew discuss the following stories which caught their attention over the past week.

·      Tom discusses the Lennar Housing project and the removal of Harvey Belew from the Commissioners Court website. He shouts out to the ALCS featuring the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers starting Sunday night in Houston.

·      Andrew discusses the eclipse coming to Kerrville. Andrew shouts out to our visitors and reminds people to be safe and wear the glasses.

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Hill Country Podcast – Dr. Byron Black on Preventing and Managing Diabetes Through Exercise

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom Fox is joined by Dr. Byron Black, founder of the Medical Fitness Clinic of Kerrville, to discuss the prevention and management of diabetes through exercise.

Dr. Byron Black is a seasoned healthcare professional with a comprehensive approach to managing high-risk health conditions. With a strong academic background in exercise science and health promotion, Dr. Byron has developed a unique perspective on managing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and age-related conditions. He emphasizes the importance of physical activity and nutrition in managing these conditions, stating that exercise can often be more effective than medication alone. His expertise lies in guiding exercise and nutrition, and he is dedicated to helping high-risk individuals improve their overall well-being. Join Tom Fox and Dr. Byron Black as they delve deeper into this topic on the next episode of the Hill Country Podcast.

 Key Highlights:

  • Dr. Byron Black’s extensive education and experience
  • Specialized medical fitness clinic for comorbidities
  • Exercise as the Key to Managing Diabetes

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Hill Country Podcast – Deb Rouse on Kerrville Folk Festival Welcome Home Fest

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I am joined by Deb Rouse, Executive Director of the Kerrville Folk Festival, on the October 12-15 Welcome Home Festival and Annular Eclipse at the Quiet Valley Ranch.

Deb Rouse, the executive director of the Kerrville Folk Festival, has a rich history with the festival, having attended from a young age and later becoming a dedicated volunteer. Her perspective on the festival emphasizes the diversity and inclusivity of its music events, shaped by her experiences traveling to various folk festivals and organizing vibrant events like October’s Welcome Home Fest. She highlights the festival’s commitment to providing opportunities for aspiring songwriters and musicians of all levels, offering a variety of workshops and classes, and showcasing traditional folk programming. Rouse also underscores the festival’s dedication to supporting and promoting artists at various stages of their careers, citing the success of former volunteers like Anais Mitchell. Join Tom Fox and Deb Rouse on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into the diverse music events and challenges of the Kerrville Folk Festival.

 Key Highlights:

  • Kerrville Folk Festival: Connecting Earth and Universe
  • Anais Mitchell’s Magical Performances at Kerrville
  • Booking Artists and Securing Bigger Names
  • Discover the Kerrville Folk Festival Experience

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: September 30, 2023

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to get a wrap-up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events, which we will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom, Gilbert, and Andrew discuss the following stories that caught their attention over the past week.

  • Tom discusses the proposed Guadalupe River Center and the disqualification of Harley Belew from holding office due to his felony conviction. He shouts out to Andrew, attending the UT v. Kansas football game.
  • Andrew discusses the tax increase approved by the Kerrville City Council. He is looking for the UT/Kansas game and his first in-person D-1 game in many years.
  • Gilbert talks about the proposed EMS center for Kerrville and the fallout from Texas state Representative Andrew Muir for his prosecution in the impeachment of Texas AG Ken Paxton.

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The Night Sky – Dr. Kim Arvidsson’s Journey in Astronomy

Welcome to The Night Sky: A Podcast on the Eclipses Comes to Kerrville, a podcast that celebrates that for two days over the next 15 months, Kerrville, TX, will be the Eclipse Capitol of the World. This podcast, hosted by Andrew Gay and Tom Fox, will celebrate these two eclipses and discuss how the town of Kerrville will prepare for an influx of a quarter million (or more) visitors. The Texas Hill Country Podcast Network produces this podcast.

Join hosts Tom Fox and Andrew Gay on the latest episode of “The Night Sky” as they interview Kim Arvidsson, an associate professor of astronomy and physics at Schreiner University, who has a rich background in astrophysics, having studied at Lund University in Sweden and Iowa State University, and later working as a postdoc at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago. Arvidsson’s passion for astronomy was ignited during his childhood when he witnessed the return of Haley’s Comet and learned about Voyager Two’s exploration of Uranus and Neptune. This fascination with the predictability of astronomical events led him to a career in astronomy, where he now focuses on observational studies of star-forming regions. As an educator, he takes great pleasure in witnessing his students’ “light bulb” moments as they grasp and articulate complex concepts. Join Tom Fox and Andrew Gay as they delve into Dr. Kim Arvidsson’s career and contributions to astronomy education on this episode of The Night Sky podcast.

Key Highlights:

·      Dr. Kim Arvidsson’s Journey in Astronomy

·      Dr. Arvidsson’s fascination with celestial events

·      Astronomical Luck: Upcoming Dual Eclipses

·      Eclipse prediction through ancient observations

·      Exploring the Cosmos: Beyond Gazing at Stars

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: September 23, 2023

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events which will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom and Andrew discuss the following stories which caught their attention over the past week.

·      Tom discusses some great art events occurring in Kerrville this weekend and next week. The first is the Schreiner University production of Hamlet which will be held at the Hanszen Fine Arts Studio Theater. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22-23, with a matinee at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24. He also discusses the Schreiner University’s Monday Night Fiction, set for 7-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, in the Scarle Philips Room of the Logan Library. This month’s selection has a discussion of “The Dew Breaker,” by Edwidge Danticat.

·      Andrew shouts out to the Texas Arts and Crafts Fair being held this weekend in Ingram and Pride flag put atop the cell phone tower. He also notes the vast majority of positive comments posted in The Lead about toleration in Kerrville.

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The Hill Country Podcast – Local Kerrville Business Environment

Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places and their activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this special episode, I am joined by Andrew Gay, Kenneth O’Neal and Gilbert Paiz to discuss the local business environment in Kerrville.

Gilbert Paiz is a successful entrepreneur with a background in community outreach and thought leadership. Andrew Gay is a seasoned business professional with a wealth of experience in the industry. Kenneth O’Neal is a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being in business, all share a common perspective on the importance of prioritizing mental health and well-being in business, especially amid the pandemic. Gilbert and Andrew, who started their own business believe in keeping the customer at the forefront while also caring for the mental health and well-being of their employees. Kenneth, with his extensive experience advocating for a shift in mindset towards mental health and well-being, sees the pandemic as an opportunity for businesses to change their approach and prioritize the well-being of their employees. Join Tom Fox, Gilbert, Andrew, and Kenneth on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their perspectives and experiences on prioritizing mental health and well-being in business amid the pandemic.

Key Highlights

  • Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace
  • Thriving Local Businesses Making a Positive Impact
  • Building a Culture of Community and Success
  • Creating a Harmonious Work Environment through Goal Alignment
  • Building a Pipeline Through Social Media
  • Embracing Challenges and Continuous Improvement
  • Embracing the Gift of Each Day

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: September 2, 2023

Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events which will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom, Gilbert and Andrew discuss the following stories which caught their attention over the past week.

·      Tom discusses the resignation of Kerrville Tax Assessor Collector as head of Kerr County elections due to Kerr Country moving to hand counting of ballots and the lack of a country budget vote by County Commissioners. Tom talks about the Labor Day Walk for the Kerrville Nature Center. Andrew shouts out to the upcoming Sept. 11 Stairmasters Challenge to honor those who died on 9/11.

·      Andrew discusses the Kerr County Area Youth Leadership Academy and time is short for apply and the Texas Hill Country Astronomers upcoming meeting.

·      Gilbert about difficulties in county water rationing. He also the state of Texas site to reclaim lost or unused property.  He talks about the Saturday swap event at the Youth Center.

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Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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